Bigger, better, stronger, faster. It’s a simple mantra spoken by many performance enthusiasts. When it comes to increasing an engine’s performance, making it bigger (increasing displacement), better (more efficient), stronger (capable of sustaining higher power output) and faster (capable of higher peak RPMs) is a solid plan to follow. While […]
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Power Test Dynamometer and SuperFlow Join Forces
Power Test and SuperFlow Join Forces! On September 20th, Power Test Inc., a dynamometer and custom test stand manufacturer, completed the transaction to acquire SuperFlow Technologies/Hicklin Engineering. Power Test CEO Alan Petelinsek will be working closely with former owner and now General Manager Scott Giles in Des Moines, IA, along with […]
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Neo Motorsport Front Big Brake Kit for the Honda S2000
What should your next upgrade be? Asking yourself this question can send you down a rabbit hole of unnecessary and expensive mods if you’re not careful. So before window shopping catalogs and forums for new parts, decide first what you want to do with the car. If you plan to […]
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Find Your Center | An Intro to Suspension Geometries
Just like with a turbo upgrade, you can’t expect to bolt on new suspension hardware and realize gains right out of the gate. Obtaining peak performance requires adjustments, tuning and an understanding of how the pieces work in conjunction with each other. Perfecting a suspension system is a daunting task, […]
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Papago Releases its GoSafe 760 Dual Dash Cam
Dash cameras are becoming more and more commonplace for street cars, and with good reason. They’re handy for capturing rare and interesting moments, but they’re also a lifesaver in situations that question liability and details of how an incident occurred. The Papago GoSafe 760 dual dash cam aims to provide the […]
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600 WHP RIDOX Aero JZA80 Supra
Although we as enthusiasts appreciate and enjoy the power capabilities of the acclaimed 2JZ-GTE platform, we also can’t deny that high horsepower JZA80 Supras are a dime a dozen. Pristine builds don’t seem to turn heads anymore unless the car cranks out more than 1,200whp. Even then, few make the […]
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572 HP EVO 6.5 | Tommi Makinen Edition
There are few examples of the States getting a better version of a vehicle platform than the rest of the world. However, the first-generation (1G) and second-generation (2G) DSMs are an exception to the rule. While only FWD versions were available in Japan, AWD versions were available in the States. […]
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First Drive | 2017 Honda Civic Si
At the start of the new millennium, many performance enthusiasts went through a hard breakup with Honda. After years vested to one brand, the relationship between enthusiast and Honda went stale shortly after 2000. Honda simply stopped building Civics for enthusiasts. Within the DSPORT staff, we witnessed firsthand the parting […]
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Nikon Releases its new KeyMission Action Cameras
Nikon is taking its image capturing lineup further with its new KeyMission action cameras. The KeyMission 170 and 360 models offer 170-degree and 360-degree recording perspectives, respectively. They offer a compact form factor that is lightweight, waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof, with the ability to capture 4K Ultra HD video. They […]
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Taniguchi’s 700 HP 2JZ Swapped GT86
If you haven’t heard of HKS, Daigo Saito and Nobuteru “NOB” Taniguchi, then you must be very new to the import performance scene. HKS has been Japan’s premiere full-line performance parts manufacturer since the 1970s. Today, HKS has reestablished a US presence and we expect big things in the coming […]
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GrimmSpeed Releases its High Lift Hood Struts for the 2008-2014 Subaru WRX/STI
Working under the hood of your car can feel crammed, and it only gets worse when working around a hood prop that sits in the way. GrimmSpeed intends to make jobs under the hood of your car a little easier with the help of its High Lift Hood Struts for […]
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Big Boost Supra Making Over 1,500 WHP
Producing big horsepower at higher elevations may seem like magic, but it’s actually a matter of making best use of the amount of oxygen that is available. Since the oxygen density is reduced at elevation, improvements and adjustments must be made in order for significant horsepower to be produced reliably. […]
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Fidanza Introduces its Aluminum Flywheel for the 2015-2017 EcoBoost Ford Mustang
Fidanza Performance introduces its aluminum flywheel for the 2015-2017 Ford Mustang with 2.3L EcoBoost engine. The flywheel is made from 6061-T6 billet aluminum, aimed to reduce weight and improve heat dissipation. Weighing in at 14.4 pounds, the lighter weight flywheel enables faster throttle response, frees up horsepower and reduces stress […]
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Turn 14 Warehouse Tour
Turn 14 Distribution has seen some massive growth in recent years, enough to lead to the opening of its expansion to Horsham, Pennsylvania. The 162,000 square-foot facility opened the door for nearly 200 new jobs, and currently serves as the new headquarters for the operation. Turn 14 Distribution’s new […]
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HJC AR-10 III Helmet
There’s no quicker way to miss out on track time than to show up without the proper safety gear. No matter where you choose to race or track your car, any reputable track and organizer will require you to at least wear a Snell-certified helmet. The Snell Memorial Foundation […]
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